Ralon, Carlos
Person
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Carlos Ralon (1927-), 2009
Item
Identifier: OH 9912
Summary
Mr. Ralon discusses: decision to join Merchant Marine; training at Sheepshead Bay; life onboard a Liberty Ship; German attack on his convoy in English Channel; navigating a minefield in the Mediterranean Sea; experiences in Karachi, India; V-J Day celebration in Bombay; experiences in Lorenzo Marques; transporting troops across the Mediterranean Sea; lack of recognition for the contributions of the Merchant Marine; volunteering with Project Liberty Ship
Dates:
2009